Mississippi Grind is an independent drama film starring Ben Mendelsohn and Ryan Reynolds. Mendelsohn plays Gerry, a joylessly committed gambler whose addiction to the tables in backwoods Iowa casinos has cost him his marriage, the chance to see his daughter grow up and his integrity. Further along into the film, we see a developing relationship between both leads. Curtis (Reynolds) is an enigmatic fellow poker player who shares his love of Woodford bourbon. The film is more of a character study slower paced drama which has a very anti-mainstream feel about it. Which is case in point where the film has been critically acclaimed by top critics but criticized for being boring by casual fans. Overall, Mississippi Grind is well acted, an interesting story for those interested in the world of gambling and addiction. Yet the film did leave questions open, and the ending could have been more developed. As a rewatch 11.27.20' very strong film. There are many subtle clues which noticed on this second viewing which made for more entertainment. This is a more mature given film.
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Floated210 April 2016
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There's nothing worse than a movie that is out of touch with reality and the issues that it is supposed to be portraying, so I approached 'Mississippi Grind' with caution and was half-expecting an inaccurate and unrealistic depiction of a gambling addict.
I was pleasantly surprised - the movie was well written and acted, with two great performances from Ben Mendelsohn and Ryan Reynolds as Gerry and Curtis. The movie places more emphasis on content and dialogue than anything else and is somewhat pedestrian, but still manages to be engaging.
I thought this was a solid and commendable attempt at portraying a gambling addiction. Certainly not a perfect movie but a well-made and accurate one, which is what I had hoped for. -
Two powerful performances from Ben Mendelsohn and Ryan Reynolds carry this gritty gambling flick. Mendelsohn is pitch perfect as Gerry, a lying and conniving compulsive gambler. Reynolds is also excellent as Curtis, a free-wheeling and gregarious guy, who meets and befriends Gerry at a poker room, in a Dubuque, Iowa casino.
They decide they will travel together down the Mississippi on a gambling odyssey, with the ultimate goal of playing in a high stakes poker game, in New Orleans. At times, the talented filmmaker duo of Ana Boden and Ryan Fleck (Half Nelson, Sugar) capture the tone of the gambling experience perfectly, while towards the end of the movie it enters fantasyland to some degree, in my opinion. There's even illustrations of the very dark masochistic tendencies that can be shown by a gambler, which reminded me of the classic 1974 film "The Gambler".
All in all, although this movie may appeal to only a certain slice of viewers, I found it intriguing enough to maintain my interest throughout, and wonder how it would all turn out, led, as mentioned by two superior portrayals by Mendelsohn and Reynolds. -
Gordon-1126 January 2016This film tells the story of a compulsive gambler who is in fell debt. He hopes to make the money back on a road trip to various casinos, travelling with a young charismatic card player.
"Mississippi Grind" may be very realistic in the portrayal of a compulsive gambler. Ben Mendelsohn gives a very convincing and intense portrayal of the gambler. His expressions of exhilaration and desperation are very captivating, that I feel his emotions too. The scene where he loses the horse race towards the end is very memorable.
The plot is a rather sad story of how compulsive gamblers lose everything, from money to family and even their integrity. It is a captivating story. -
somf20 September 2015Huge gambling film fan here. Let it Ride is one of my all time favorite comedies and I loved both the James Caan and Mark Wahlberg Gambler films, Big Hand For the Little Lady, Hustler,The Sting, Color of Money, Hard Eight , Rounders, The Cincinatti Kid and 21 all films I found better than this.
I came to the film for Ben Mendelsohn whom I have been a huge fan of since seeing the great "Animal Kingdom". He does not disappoint. This also is perhaps the best work that I have seen Ryan Reynolds do.
It is a road trip film that some are comparing to Sideways, but the script just feels flat. It held my interest. It is worth seeing, but it really could have had a more compelling script. A lot of it may be that beyond the relationship between the two leads, none of the other characters really played out well or drew me in.
I will say one thing. The sound track is classic. One of the best ever; full of Delta Blues and a host of songs that were oldies, but new to my ears. The soundtrack was a pure 10. Worth the price of admission alone. -
With the picturesque road trip surrounds of the American South at its disposal and the unique pairing of Australian ex-pat Ben Mendelsohn and Deadpool himself Ryan Reynolds, Mississippi Grind comes off as a sadly low key disappointment that could've so easily become so much more.
Filmed by directing duo Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck, who are arguably most well known for the Ryan Gosling starring drama Half-Nelson, Grind is proficient and professional but it lacks a heart. A coldness inhabits the entire film that keeps the audience at arm's length from getting emotionally invested into our seemingly odd couple pairing of Mendelsohn's troubled gambler Gerry and the somewhat mysterious and kindly natured Curtis who Reynolds could've played in his sleep.
Frustrating would be the best way to describe the film for a lack of a better word and you're constantly left on a knifes edge waiting to learn more about our two main protagonists or for the film to truly hit an emotional home run but it sadly never comes despite a suitably tense final few scenes and the likable leads doing their utmost with their roles.
It may be broken record time but once more Grind see's Mendelsohn deliver another on song performance and it's great to see him given a lead turn in a Hollywood production. His Gerry isn't a totally likable human being and it's a character that see's Mendelsohn once more play to the downtrodden side of humanity but he does it so well that there's no reason for him to stop anytime soon and he creates chemistry with Reynolds that at times threatens to elevate the film to a whole new level yet sadly the narrative never goes to the ends needed for this to happen.
A fantastic chance to once more see Australia's very own Ben Mendelsohn ply his trade like the best of them in an overseas production and a film that's unique in many ways, Mississippi Grind is a fine movie that had it featured a little more heart and soul and a more meaty narrative, is a movie that could've been something truly special. A winning hand then, but in no way a big time jackpot.
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peterp-450-2987162 November 2015"Don't worry, it was just sixty bucks."
Are you expecting to witness a brilliantly conceived plan that's used in a bet as in "Focus"? A breathtaking scene with Will Smith raising the stakes alarmingly and taking off with a shitload of money. Or do you think you'll see an "all or nothing" poker game like Matt Damon shows in the magnificent movie "Rounders"? Then I should inform you that you've backed the wrong horse. "Mississippi grind" looks more like a mix of "The Gambler" and "Wild Card". Just as Wahlberg in "The Gambler", Gerry (Ben Mendelsohn) is someone who should stop gambling, because clearly good fortune isn't on his side. And just like Statham seems his luck turns at the right time. But still. This slow and at times monotonous film feels differently.
Be assured. After watching this film you certainly won't feel the irresistible urge to put on a tuxedo and quickly head to the nearest casino. Despite the fact that the central theme is gambling-oriented, you'll realize after a while that it really is about something else. It could just as well be about two florists, who travel across America while demonstrating their floral art and finally arrive at the world championship "Bonsai-cutting". It's that trip and the interaction between the two individuals that are particularly important here. You travel as it were together with these two complicated characters.
First there's Gerry. A typical example of an inveterate gambler who's pursuing the impossible dream to win big one day with his gambling. He's aware of his desperate situation and thus he's drawn into an irreversible bankruptcy. The "big profit" is still to be achieved. Besides the immense mountain of debt he built up over the years, his personal life is also a mess. His wife left him. He hasn't seen his daughter in years. And although he's actually fooling himself all these years, he's still honest enough to admit his weakness to a strange girl: "I have a problem with money".
Next Curtis (Ryan "RIPD" Reynolds) appears at the scene. A carefree charmer who just wanders around and seemingly has a girlfriend in every state. He's a smooth talker who gets everyone on his side that way. Similarly Gerry who's intrigued by this loner. He can't get hold of Curtis during a poker game. Even the monotonous voice on the tape he listens to in the car, can't help him. The endless list of traits and tics that some players show during poker, doesn't apply to Curtis. Gerry is convinced that Curtis is a kind of a good luck charm. A rabbit's foot so to speak. And together they leave for New Orleans to participate in a legendary poker tournament.
What follows is a grubby road movie showing the formation of an intimate bond between two total strangers. The trip leads along dark gambling halls and with neon equipped bars where lots of "Woodfords" are served. A sparkling and at the same time dramatic psychological observation about addiction and self-esteem. Superbly played by Reynolds and Mendelsohn. Both have their own demons to fight and despite their contrary character, they fit perfectly together. "Mississippi Grind" shows how someone tries to reverse his good fortune and in that way tries to obtain a new and better life.
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Mississippi Grind is a film about gambling – or more rightly gambling addiction. It stars Ben Mendelsohn ('Slow West') as Gerry a divorced father who is in real estate. He has sunk pretty low and owes everyone money – he has 'the next one will be a winner' type attitude. Then he meets Curtis – played by the always good value Ryan Reynolds. They meet at a card game and sort of hit it off and lo and behold seem to be good for each other and their gambling.
What follows is a road trip of sorts which is punctuated by their need for a fix - that is more gambling. These guys will gamble on anything – even what eye wear the next guy coming out of the washroom will have on. Essentially both men are losers but ones who are both essentially likable. The portrayal by both leading men manages to illicit sympathy for both men despite the warning signs that these men are self destructive.
Now I really enjoyed this but it is missing something and that is the heavy dose of realism. 'Gambleaholics' rarely quit – they just go broke. Part of this is shown by Gerry who will stoop lower than a snakes belly to feed his habit. However, the ending for me fell kind of flat. One of the recurring themes of the film is that 'the destination is the journey' and it is for that self same reason that I am awarding the mark I have. This is a good journey – sadly the ending left it firmly in Narnia which was a shame and a dodged issue as far as I am concerned. I have known and still do know gambling addicts and they are wonderful people who invariably will lie, steal, rob – anything as their lives spiral downwards. It is a shame that the truth for the majority was glossed over by a feel good ending that spoiled the film. -
ThomasDrufke12 December 2015I think you'd be hard pressed to find a 2015 straight drama film that is more fun to watch than Mississippi Grind. I was really surprised at just how intelligent this film was while also being extremely entertaining. The premise and what I had seen from the marketing seemed to push the film in more of a 'Runner Runner' direction with it's tone and themes, but Mississippi Grind is much more than that. Not only is it great to watch Ryan Reynolds and Ben Mendelsohn act alongside each other, but there's a surprising amount of depth to the story and it's characters that puts it up there as one of the best films of the year.
Focusing on Gerry, played by Mendelsohn, having a mid-life crisis as he's in major debt, divorced, and has a serious gambling problem. Enter Curtis, played by Reynolds, who adds excitement and 'luck' to Gerry's gambling life. The two are both very much lost in their own issues and their meeting feels more natural than it probably should. The strengths of the relationship and interesting dynamic ultimately goes to the two actor's performances. While Reynold's character is a happy go lucky guy on the outside, Reynolds adds so much more to him underneath. Same goes for Gerry, who should be an unlikable character considering he's in debt through self doing and even tries to steal money from his ex- wife, Mendelsohn grounds the character and the film to a perfect level.
Both the journey men go on various missions in hope of entering into a large buy in tournament in New Orleans, but you forget about that because you're more invested with what's going on outside of the casinos with these guys. The casinos add life to the film when it needs it and the poignant undertone of the story takes over at just the right time. It is a straight drama, but it's also very re- watchable just from the performances side of this film alone. To me, Mississippi Grind is one of the best directed films of the year. The story beats happen at just the right time giving it more depth than it probably deserves.
+Great lead performances
+Poignant script hits the beats at just the right time
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cosmo_tiger26 October 2015"We can't lose." Gerry (Mendelsohn) is a down on his luck gambler and is in danger of losing everything. Just when he thinks he hits rock bottom he meets Curtis (Reynolds) and his luck begins to change. Faced with debts he can't pay back Gerry convinces Curtis to bankroll him during a road trip in order to win back his life. Along the way Gerry's luck again starts to change and he keeps digging himself into a deeper and deeper hole. Even though this is basically like all the other gambling movies that have come out lately I really enjoyed this one. Ryan Reynolds is a great choice as the smooth talking good luck charm and Mendelsohn plays the part of an on the edge addict that you feel sorry for and are angry at at the same time. That is a hard thing to pull off. The movie does keep you wondering what is going to happen and what Curtis' angle in this is. The entire movie leaves you feeling conflicted and you are never sure if you are happy for the characters or angry at them. That adds an extra dimension to the film that really helps it. Overall, a very good movie that gets better the more you watch. I did like this quite a bit. I give it a B.
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SnoopyStyle26 April 2016Gerry (Ben Mendelsohn) and Curtis (Ryan Reynolds) are professional card players and degenerate gambling addicts. They begin a friendship over a card table and in a bar. Curtis is looking to visit Peru. Gerry has left behind his family. The two gamblers go on a meandering journey of addiction.
Ben Mendelsohn and Ryan Reynolds are great actors. Mendelsohn is especially great in this one. The plot does need a device to drive it. Without it, this is just a series of scenes strung together, and there are some interesting scenes. I like Analeigh Tipton doing her magic tricks. I like Gerry stealing money from his ex-wife. The gambling doesn't hold much interest without a ticking money counter. Even with a win, these two will eventually lose again. That is the basic flaw. Even the ending is not the final ending. There is no real climax. -
valleyjohn1 December 2015This is a film about two poker players who strike up a friendship and go on a road trip to win their fortune. The problem is that one of them doesn't know when to quit. This is one the best films I've seen about gambling and poker in a long time. The two lead actors , Ryan Reynolds and Ben Mendelsohn are brilliant and they work really well together. Mendelsohn in particular is really convincing as man with a severe gambling problem. This doesn't glamorise gambling at all and it highlights all the pitfalls of not being able to stop gambling. Essentially this is a road movie that despite having many bumps is actually a really good journey to be on for the viewer.
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Stephen_Polzella26 May 2022This is essentially a remake of the movie California Split (1974).
The only exception in the plot is they go to New Orleans instead of Reno.
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josie-051872 April 2022Wanted to watch a little Ryan, bored the entire movie. I'm still trying to figure out the point. Even if the very ending has a point, which I lost interest to see if did, the entire drag on of the movie wasn't worth waiting around for it.
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sumtim3s00n2 December 2015But not really because of the reality of portrayal, no, the movies does that extremely poorly. Its depressing because there is no real chemistry between the actors which was supposed to be the driving force (someone said its like Sideway but gambling, which is a good description only Sideways was pretty good quality movie and upbeat while this is dark and has this pathetic feel to it), every interaction feels forced, every move they make feels forced, the whole movie feels artificial. And the base the movie is founded on. Its not realistic. I guess due to the overly depressing tone of the movie they figured, hey lets at least try to make it a bit upbeat towards the end. Makes it even worse. Because it is, as everything else, yeah, forced. The whole storyline meanders slowly and pathetically through something that was supposed to be somewhat entertaining and at the same time realistic portrayal of this life. But only ends up being depressing. Im not very much into too melodramatic or "realistic" movies that some people adore. I figure life is too much of that as it is. But I can appreciate a good movie, no matter the core. And Its not the actors fault as much as the producers and directors. Its just not a very good movie.
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ArchonCinemaReviews19 November 2015Films have a sound to them, a volume if you will. Some are loud like those made my Quentin Tarantino, Martin Scorsese or Michael Bay, others are quiet like Wes Anderson or David Lynch. Mississippi Grind is a film that could have been loud, with its narrative based on a journey rooted in gambling, but it's not – it is introspective, reserved and unique.
Written and directed by dual talents Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck, Mississippi Grind finds a middle aged man named Gerry who is your typical 'gambler.' Gerry is in a tough spot, with no family we can see, debts mounting and his luck pointing hard toward the negative. Until he meets a charismatic man named Curtis. The two have an immediate pull to one another and decide to team up. Instantly Gerry's luck changes, so Gerry clings to Curtis, embarking on a journey through the South to New Orleans so that things may finally start going his way with his lucky charm.
There have been plenty of films about gambling, nearly all of them involving your standard tropes of misery, bloodshed and poor decision making. Mississippi Grind is not that type of film, in fact you almost forget the film is about gambling because it focuses so much on the dynamic between Gerry (played by Ben Mendelsohn) and Curtis (played by Ryan Reynolds). Mississippi Grind is more like the men's version of Thelma & Louise than Oceans 11 or Casino.
Mississippi Grind has only positive things going for it. It is a nice unpresumptuous film about its characters, undistracted by the lights and bells around them. The acting is nuanced and complete, and never does it revert to the archetype of the 'down in the dumps' addict. Instead, these characters are versions of people who have seen behind the curtain, after the bar calls "Last Call" and the bright yellow halogen lights turn on – this is a man who has seen the grunge and filth and dirt of the night and is unaffected.
This is a journey film you really need to stick around for until the end. Beautifully and simply acted with a jazzy southern soundtrack to match the contextual grit, Mississippi Grind is a film indie fans and cinemaphiles should appreciate.
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Blue-Grotto8 November 2015Casinos are an attraction for both Curtis and Gerry, yet for different reasons. For Gerry it is the lure of money and chance to change his fortunes. Curtis seriously doesn't care about winning and goes just because he likes to meet interesting people. Both are loners, although for Curtis it is more of a choice. He likes women too much to marry one. Gerry is separated from friends and family because he can't break his gambling habit. Both find something to like in the other. They form a pretty good team by helping to round out weaknesses in each other. Soon they are driving alongside the Mississippi River together and stopping at casinos along the way. What they have in common, a love of action and taking chances, may prove the undoing of one or both of them. Ryan Reynolds (Curtis) and Ben Mendelsohn (Gerry) provide life to the characters. The film is also given energy and verve from a funky Blues soundtrack. I wish, however, there was a little more depth in terms of dialogue, story and action, to the film. Seen at the Toronto International Film Festival 2015.
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paul-allaer7 October 2015"Mississippi Grind" (2015 release; 108 min.) brings the story of two gamblers. As the movie opens, we see how a guy (we later learn his name is Gerry) walks into a local casino in Dubuque, Iowa. He must be a regular as everyone knows him. But at his poker table, there is one new face, a younger guy named Curtis. Gerry is in real estate and way down on his luck. Curtis oozes charm and confidence. They bit it off nicely, and on a whim, decide to drive to New Orleans to enter into a 'big game' (buy-in price is $25K). To tell you more would spoil your viewing experience, you'll just have to see for yourself how it all plays out.
Couple of comments: this is the latest movie from writers-directors (and real life partners) Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck (they previously brought us "It's Kind Of a Funny Story"). Here they tackle the subject matter of gambling, and more precisely the addition to gambling. Combine that with the road movie angle, and you've got yourself an update to "California Split" of yesteryear. That aside, the movie is really a character study. Gerry (played by Ben Mendelsohn) is someone who you feel sorry for, although he is not quite the 'loveable loser'. At one point he goes to visit his ex-wife in Little Rock, and you can just feel the devastation set in when he learns she has remarried and didn't even tell him. Ryan Reynolds is perfect as the confidence-oozing Curtis. "You'll be my lucky charm" Gerry tells Curtis as they hit the road to New Orleans. Sienna Miller is okay as the love interest of Curtis. As mentioned, this is a road movie, and we get the best scenery from cities like St. Louis, Memphis, Little Rock, etc. Kudos also for the outstanding soundtrack, which features tons of 'old school' blues artists and songs. All that said, the sum of the parts don't measure up to the total of the movie, which lacks the compelling elements needed to pull me in.
"Mississippi Grind" opened at my local art-house theater here in Cincinnati this past weekend. The evening screening where I saw this at was surprisingly well attended, certainly for a week night. If you are in the mood for a character study about losers in life who are desperately trying to right the ship, "Mississippi Grind" isn't the best, but neither is it the worst. I'd suggest you check this out when you have a chance, be it in the theater, on Amazon Instant Video, or eventually on DVD/Blu-ray, and draw your own conclusions. -
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Mississippi Grind works mostly due to its two lead actors. Ryan Reynolds and Ben Mendelsohn have a sublime chemistry that allow this slow burn tale of two gamblers on a road trip to captivate its audience. Dialogue is punchy and engaging allowing deep character development of the two leads. That along with exceptional performances by both leave us craving for more. The film never over explains and allows the viewer to go on the journey with both Reynolds and Mendelsohn. For those fond of character driven pieces rich with fascinating conversation then this movie is for you. Those expecting a little more motion from their motion picture may find this yarn tedious. I however fully enjoyed the company of these two characters and their exploits. -
Once again the IMDb user rating fails to reflect the true quality of a movie and I have to side with the critics. So be it because I was surprised how much I liked Mississippi grind. The acting from the two leads was exceptional, particularly Ben Mendelsohn. The writing is very natural and realistic as well. As usual, I would normally side with users, but every once in a while (such as with the guest) the critics know what they're doing and quite frankly the users couldn't be any more wrong, with a rating of 6.4/10 I would call this film criminally underrated, just so you know I don't say that often.
To steer haters away I will tell you this movie can be quite depressing at times, it's writing and acting is so raw that the emotion and situations really get to you. I don't know about you but any weird feelings this film gave me were on a positive note (quality wise anyways). I love different movies, on first glance I was thinking this was just another gambling movie, you know what I was wrong. This film does things not many other films have done, such as the feelings it gave to me.
I love and I mean LOVE different movies, and this film is quite different, full of lots of bits that are left un said and yet if the viewer is immersed properly they will feel it and it works and it really worked for me. Yes the characters in the movie have a gambling problem and it can be quite un comfortable to see what they do themselves and others but you know what not every movie is going to have happy go lucky optimistic heroes, so if you don't like movies with characters that aren't picture perfect steer clear.
I apologize for my rather vague review, I am coming right off of my initial viewing so keep that in mind but don't think of this as a review but more as a recommendation. I'm not saying this is the best movie ever but for those such as myself in search of something different I would highly recommend this film and I would put this up with some of the greatest gambling movies EVER. Initially I give this a 10/10 but as I said I'm fresh out of the viewing so I have to give this movie some time to absorb to give a more proper assessment, but no doubt Mississippi Grind is worth a viewing. Thanks for reading my recommendation and hopefully you'll enjoy this hidden gem. -
Kimal90006 July 2022Gritty, realistic, funny, sad, good life, bad life, things just happen for "no reason" just like in real life. This movie is like a window just opened to these two characters; and and we get interested, even though they just scrape along haphazardly, because they are so likeable and original. Did I mention the great old blues soundtrack?
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Uriah4322 October 2018This film essentially begins with a man named "Gerry" (Bruce Mendelsohn) playing poker in a gambling house in Dubuque, Iowa. While playing another man by the name of "Curtis" (Ryan Reynolds) joins the group and after several hands offers to buy a drink for Gerry. One thing leads to another and soon Gerry and Curtis become good friends due mainly to their mutual interest in gambling. However, as time goes by it soon becomes apparent that Gerry is clearly addicted to gambling and doesn't know when to quit. As a result, Gerry is deeply in debt and the more he tries to gamble his way out of it the worse things become. Curtis, on the other hand, gambles mostly for excitement and is much more disciplined. Not only that, but Curtis also has an uncanny ability to read people and quickly surmises the challenges that come from being a friend of Gerry. And it's these traits that cause each of them to feel a mutual friendship to one another. Now, rather than reveal any more and risk ruining the film for those who haven't seen it, I will just say that I was not nearly as impressed with it as most other reviewers seem to be. For starters, the plot seemed to lose focus at times and the pace was much too slow for my tastes as well. Likewise, I didn't especially care for the ending all that much either. In short, although others may disagree, I found this film to be rather dull and pretentious and it's for those reasons that I have rated it slightly below average.
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I was surprised by how much I enjoyed watching this movie. Definitely not my normal fare and to be honest I was expecting not to enjoy it. But man I was pleasantly surprised! It's definitely a more subdued film, but these two actors just chew up every scene they're in. It's a really sad and realistic tale of two gambling addicts, they both struggle differently, but ultimately that's what they both are. I was actually thrown off a couple times by thinking that I knew where it was headed or what each persons motivations were, but each time I was off the mark. Both guys aren't the greatest people, they don't make the right choices, and they both have their major issues. And what I find sad but a unique way of ending the movie, was that they both ended the movie pretty much where they started. It's a realistic look at what the cycle of addiction can do. Great movie with great acting! Definitely give it a watch!
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dar041723 January 2020Solid gambling film with high stakes and fun in a casino.
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michaelradny10 October 2015Mississippi Grind is nothing more then a slow burner with no substance. It lacks any for of entertainment and feels so out of place with its actor choices. Whilst an avid fan of poker and gambling as a whole, this film just didn't draw me into its buddy-up against the casino idea. Whilst at times, I will admit, the film ventures to a somewhat new and original place, it only sucker punches you back onto the track that it was going before.
Not a good movie at all. The pacing is completely off and above all the script is above boring from start to finish. It feels weak, whilst also never giving the audience anytime to enjoy themselves. Nothing Ng more then a let down to a film I was going to give a shot and would like f hoped to enjoy.